Kubota BX1850 versus BX2350

[pacher]

I am considering purchasing a Kabota BX series tractor with a loader and a snow blower. I would like input on which model (BX1850 versus BX2350) to purchase. I have 10 acres (mostly wooded) and mow about 1.5 acres. I have a 500 foot driveway to snowblow (western NY). Is the 18 HP model adequate or should I spend the extra and get the 23 HP??

 

[proudestmonkey]

I don't know if this helps, but I have a little over 5 acres and I opted for the 2230 instead of the 1830. I don't know what the difference is on the current models, but for me, the extra 4 HP was worth the extra $600 I had to spend. I have already found myself pushing the limit to do what I want (pushing dirt and pulling fence posts and stumps). I also live on a pretty big hill and figured the 22 HP engine would fair better over the long haul. Frankly, I think Kubota should sell the BX 18 series in the BX15 size and offer it for a bit less money. To me, once we decided not to go with the 1500, it was pretty much a certainty that we were going to pass on the 1830.

 

[Bota_Orange]

Go for the 2350. If you were to get the 1850 and it failed to be adequate you would probably end up trading it in on a 2350 anyway, that will cost you more then the $600 delta now. Good luck on the purchase.

 

[RonR]

go bigger.

I've never heard anyone say on this site "Gee, I wish I really had 4 HP less than what I have", but several have commented "if I only had 5-10 more HP............"

Ron

 

[bikemiser]

A 2350 over a 1850 is a no brainer because the 1850 is a smaller frame as well as smaller motor. When I bought my 1830 last year everything was exactly the same except for motor size.